Health & Wellness

Work for Your Health


Remaining in the workforce may actually reduce your risk of heart disease, diabetes and arthritis.

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Test Your Nutrition Knowledge


Are you a "foody?" Find out how much you know about what's good for you ... and what's not.

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Communicating With Your Doctor


Maximize the quality of your health care with an open dialogue between you and your doctor. Here's how.

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I know that being overweight increases my chances of getting diabetes. But are there any studies that indicate how much more at risk I might be?

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Just take out your tape measure, wrap it around yourself at belly-button level, and read the measurement. The healthiest waist size is less than 34 ... Read More...

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When you ain't got nothing, you got nothing to lose.

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The Six Best Ways to Prevent High Cholesterol

Posted June 20, 2008 10:31 AM
You've heard that good cholesterol management can lead to a longer life. But did you know that low cholesterol can increase your bone strength? Or that it can improve your sexual performance? Now is the time to get your cholesterol under control. And we'll show you how. Read more...

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Heartburn: What's Going On Down There?

Posted August 8, 2001 12:00 AM
Most of us know what heartburn is like -- in fact, 60 million Americans feel that sharp, burning sensation in their chest at least once a month. But fewer people know what causes heartburn, or that it can be a symptom of a much more serious condition. Here's what everyone should know about heartburn. Read more...
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Making Sense of Menopause

Posted June 28, 2008 8:12 PM

Hot flashes, mood swings, difficulty sleeping -- these are some of the perimenopause symptoms you've been dealing with. Share your experiences, thoughts, frustrations, and meditations on the life change you're going through. And if you've lived and learned from menopause, share your wisdom here.

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Can Light Therapy Help Improve Your Health?

Started by goddessjulia on August 24, 2008 2:00 AM

There is strong scientific data that supports there theory that several modes of light therapy can indeed improve your health.  The NIH says that up to 80 percent of all illnesses in the US are caused by excess stress in our daily lives, and by reducing stress, we'll improve our overall health.

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